Veteran BBC presenter Mark Urban has revealed his decision to bid farewell to the broadcaster after an illustrious career spanning 35 years. Known for his role as the diplomatic editor of Newsnight and as the program’s host, Urban took to social media platform X, formerly Twitter, to share the news with his followers.
In a heartfelt message, Urban expressed that it was time for a change in his career path. I’ll be leaving the BBC at the end of May. Newsnight in its current format will end then, so most posts will go. I decided not to apply for other BBC jobs,” he stated. Reflecting on his time at the BBC, Urban acknowledged its profound impact on his life, highlighting his experiences as an eyewitness to history and his collaborations with brilliant colleagues.
